From motivation to habit: Why students use superficial learning strategies?

Authors

  • Soumeya Mezghiche , Abdelhalim Mezghiche

Keywords:

Self-Determination Theory (SDT), Habit Theory; Study Habits; Autonomous Motivation.

Abstract

University students often persist with surfacelearning strategies—such as rereading andhighlighting—despite knowing that deep strategies like self-testing and spaced practiceare more effective. This gap between knowledge

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References

Avni-Babad, D. (2011). Routine and feelings of safety, confidence, and well-being. British Journal of Psychology, 102(2), 223–244. https://doi.org/10.1348/000712610X513617

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Published

2026-06-05

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Soumeya Mezghiche , Abdelhalim Mezghiche. (2026). From motivation to habit: Why students use superficial learning strategies? . Pegem Journal of Education and Instruction, 16(2), 470–494. Retrieved from https://pegegog.net/index.php/pegegog/article/view/5133

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Vol. 16 No. 2 (2026): PEGEGOG

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